NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) (“NANO Nuclear” or “the Company”), a leading advanced nuclear energy and technology company focused on developing clean energy solutions, today announced the addition of Andrew Steer, Ph.D., a recognized specialist in nuclear safety case development as its Head of Regulatory Engagement.

Dr. Andrew Steer is a nuclear safety case and regulatory engagement expert with over 18 years of experience in the nuclear industry. Until recently, Dr. Steer served as Head of Licensing and Regulation at MoltexFLEX, a British nuclear energy company developing advanced small modular molten salt reactors. Dr. Steer led the strategy, scope and development of the safety, environmental, and security cases for the FLEX reactor, working with regulators and supporting safety informed design development as part of the senior leadership team.

Dr. Steer is experienced in leading teams in regulatory engagement, ensuring regulatory expectations are met and that reactor design integrity is maintained. His deep understanding of nuclear safety cases and regulatory practices will be especially valuable as NANO Nuclear moves forward with reactor licensing and engages with both U.S. and international regulators.

Previously, while working with General Nuclear System Limited, Dr. Steer was a safety case lead for the HPR1000 generic design assessment (GDA) in the U.K., which achieved a design acceptance confirmation in 2022. He has provided safety case support to a range of clients across the U.K. nuclear sector, specializing in internal and external hazard analysis and safety case strategy development. He is based in the U.K. and now works with NANO Nuclear’s U.K.-based nuclear science and engineering partner Cambridge AtomWorks, led by Professors Ian Farnan and Eugene Shwageraus. Dr. Steer received his doctorate in nuclear physics from the University of York.

Figure 1 – NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. Appoints Dr. Andrew Steer as Head of Regulatory Engagement.

“In a very short period of time, NANO Nuclear has developed a strong reputation in the nuclear energy industry,” said Dr. Andrew Steer, Head of Regulatory Engagement of NANO Nuclear. “I am delighted to join this team as it begins to engage with key regulatory agencies and move forward with licensing operations on its suite of innovative nuclear energy systems.”

“Dr. Steer’s addition to NANO Nuclear exemplifies our vision and determined approach to assembling a world-class team to oversee the development and licensing of our advanced reactor solutions as we position ourselves as an emerging leader in the microreactor and advanced nuclear fuel sectors,” said Professor Ian Farnan, Lead for Nuclear Fuel Cycle, Radiation and Materials of NANO Nuclear. “Andrew is a leading professional and has honed a deep understanding of the regulatory and licensing frameworks that will be crucial to NANO Nuclear as we look to advance our designs towards demonstration, regulatory licensing and ultimately commercialization.”

“Dr. Steer’s leadership in regulatory engagement will help NANO Nuclear navigate the complexities of the licensing process, which can vary significantly from one country to another,” said James Walker, Chief Executive Officer of NANO Nuclear. “His addition marks a significant step in that direction, and we anticipate drawing on his expertise to navigate regulatory processes at a prudent pace, ensuring that all essential considerations, including environmental factors, remain a priority.”